By Writes4Women
Writes4Women is all about celebrating women's voices and supporting women writers. It's about writing the voice, reading the voice and being the voice. Every week host Pamela Cook, or a special gue
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Jump into the latest episode of Writes4Women where Pamela Cook chats with international bestselling author Joanne Fedler about her enchanting new book, 'The Whale's Last Song.'
Joanne and Pamela share deep discussions on the writing process, the transformative power of words, and the inspiration drawn from the sea. Get a sneak peek into Jo's journey from law to literature, her raw reflections on grief, and the magic behind her storytelling.
AND paid Substack subscribers get an exclusive 15-minute bonus with must-hear writing tips!
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Join us in this week's episode as guest host Laura Boon chats with Gillian Wills about her new novel, Big Music! Discover how Gillian pours her rich background in music into her writing, creating a riveting tale that intertwines passion, politics, and power plays within the world of classical music. Learn about her transition from a musician to an author, the challenges of writing fiction, and her advice to aspiring writers.
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Timestamps:
0:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
01:50 Pamela’s Personal Update
03:01 Upcoming Webinars and Substack Bonuses
04:01 Listener Survey and Writing Prompts
08:04 Upcoming Podcast Episodes and Guests
09:30 Laura Boon Interviews Gillian Wills
32:14 The Sacrifices of a Musician's Life
32:40 Challenges Faced by Musicians
33:17 The Importance of Acoustics in Music
36:14 Publishing Journey and Rejections
39:57 Inspiration Behind 'Big Music'
42:20 Writing Process and Craft
53:39 Advice for Aspiring Writers
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This week, guest host Mary-Lou Stevens chats with bestselling author Maryanne O'Connor about her delightful new historical Christmas novel, MARY CHRISTMAS.
Discover how this fun and festive romance came about while also getting insights into the writing journeys of both Mary-Lou and Maryanne.
Plus, hear about exciting updates from Writes4Women and find holiday cheer with special giveaways and more!
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Guest host Jo Riccioni chats with fantasy author Madeleine Te Whiu about her Assassin trilogy's final instalment, crafting complex characters, balancing a vet nursing career with writing, and insights into her creative journey.
Madeline's passion for books began when she was growing up in rural South Australia. Her youngest memory of books is sitting on the lounge room floor while her mum read The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe. She was shortlisted for the WA Premier’s Prize for Emerging Writers 2023 and her Assassin series she creates an unforgettable world rife with grave secrets and suspenseful romance. The last book in the trilogy, The Queen's Thief will be released on October 31st 2024.
Expect world-building wonders, fan experiences, and the evolution of her dark fantasy series!
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Unlock the secrets of radical confidence, take steps to silence that inner critic and learn the profound distinction between the Hero’s and Heroine’s Journey in this week’s bumper episode with Megan Dalla-Camina, author of WOMEN RISING.
Megan Dalla-Camina is the Founder and CEO of Women Rising and a world leading expert in women’s leadership. A celebrated coach, influential writer, researcher and advocate for change, Megan is known for her brave and refreshing approach to women’s empowerment, wellbeing and leadership.
This conversation is jam-packed with aha moments about recognising and dealing with our inner critic, battling imposter syndrome and finding a way out of the internalised structures of patriarchy we don't even know we've absorbed.
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In this 'From the Archives' episode of Writes for Women, host Pamela Cook sits down with award-winning author and mentor Lisa Hall-Wilson, author of 'Method Acting for Writers', to explore the craft of writing in deep point of view (DPOV).
Pam and Lisa chat about the nuances that distinguish DPOV from limited third-person narrative, the flexibility it offers in storytelling, and its popularity in genres like romance and fantasy. Lisa shares insights on using DPOV to achieve emotional depth and character immersion, touching on subjects like trauma representation and avoiding author intrusion.
The episode offers valuable tips and anecdotes for writers striving to deepen their narrative technique and engage readers through a vivid, character-driven perspective.
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Did you see Pam and some of the Writes4Women gang at the Northern Beaches Readers Festival last weekend?
In this week’s episode Pam gives you her top takeaways after spending a weekend with amazingly talented writers and shares her exciting news!
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This week on Writes4Women, host Pamela Cook sits down with Christy Cashman, author of The Truth About Horses, for an unforgettable chat about her writing journey, from film to fiction.
In this episode, Christy dives deep into the creative process behind her emotional debut novel—a coming-of-age story about a girl, her connection to horses, and the complexities of grief.
Whether you're a writer or just love a good story, this conversation is packed with inspiration and insights you won’t want to miss. Add this one to your playlist and prepare to get inspired by the world of horses and heartfelt storytelling!
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What books have most shaped your writing?
In this week’s episode, @pamelacookwrites returns to her ‘Under the Influence’ series where she chats to @joanna_nell_writer about the books that have made a big impact on her career. Prepare to add to your TBR pile because this episode is jam-packed with recommendations and writing advice
Timestamps:
00:44 Podcast Updates and Substack Announcement
03:38 Under the Influence Series Introduction
04:44 Guest Introduction: Joanna Nell
06:59 Book 1: The Talking Heads by Alan Bennett
14:02 Book 2: Difficult People by Dr. Rebecca Ray
21:16 Book 3: Our Souls at Night by Kent Haruf
24:20 A Proposal with a Twist
25:33 The Depth of Loneliness
26:56 Writing Techniques and Inspirations
29:07 Exploring 'Elizabeth Is Missing'
31:12 The Unreliable Narrator
35:13 First Person vs. Third Person
40:04 Upcoming Projects and Writing Process
44:09 Conclusion and Farewell
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This week we have an 'out of the archive 'episode featuring a chat with fantasy author and book tok sensation Stacy McEwen.
Pam chats to Stacey about the importance of social media for authors, especially TikTok, and provides practical tips for creating engaging content. Stacy discusses her TikTok journey, which began during the pandemic, and how it transitioned from a fun activity to a powerful marketing tool. We also cover Stacy’s creative process for her videos, the role of hashtags, and her approach to writing and self-publishing. Plus the effective use of TikTok in building a reader base and making a measurable impact on book sales.
In the new intro Pam also reveals the benefits of joining the Writes4Women substack community.
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